The new Toyota Corolla Pickup (2026) is a redefinition of the compact truck segment that incorporates the famous Corolla reliability and high-end comfort and features. The Corolla Pickup, created to fulfill the needs of enlightened drivers in the USA, UK, and Australia, is an eye opener among the contemporary lifestyle trucks.
| Feature | Base Trim | Top Trim (Platinum/TRD) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine Option | 2.0L 4-cyl Hybrid | Twin Turbo V6 Hybrid |
| Power Output | ~200 hp | 400+ hp |
| Drive Type | FWD/AWD | AWD |
| Starting Price (USD) | $25,000–$28,000 | Up to $65,000 |
| Release Region | Launch Date |
|---|---|
| USA & Canada | Late 2025 |
| UK/Australia | Early 2026 |
Sharp Design and high quality features.
The design approach is very striking and is quite evident with the 2026 Corolla Pickup. The truck has a sporty but elegant appearance with the sharp lines of the body, the high profile hexagonal grille, smooth LED headlights, and a modern LED bar of tail lights on the rear of the truck. It has massive alloy wheels and flared arches, which give it a sporty and luxurious appearance fit to pass through city streets and off-road. The cabin is more of a luxury affair with the quality of the soft-touch materials used, the leather-upholstered seats with contrast-stitching and a vast panoramic sunroof. The dashboard has a high-resolution touchscreen infotainment system, which is standard with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a digital instrument cluster to control intuitively.
Performance and Technology
The 2026 Corolla Pickup will also have different powerful engines that are efficient and will be found beneath the hood. The base model is estimated to have 2.0L 4-cylinder with the possible association with the hybrid technology with long range fuel efficiency. The increased trims will stretch the limits to the maximum, and industry sources predict that a turbocharged 2.4L inline-4 will produce as much as 285 horsepower, and a TRD Pro hybrid would produce 400 horsepower. The buyers have an option of front-wheel drive or optional all-wheel-drive to increase its versatility. The Corolla Pickup promises car on-the-road ride, luxury suspension, and sophisticated Toyota Safety Sense 3.0, complete with adaptive cruise control, lane keeping, blind spot monitoring, and even a terrain response AI to vary the driving conditions on the road .
Comfort Meets Practicality
Luxury does not just focus on aesthetics but primarily function. The double-cabin design will ensure all passengers are as comfortable as possible, and higher trims include utilities such as dual-zone climate control, heated and ventilated seats, JBL audio system, and wireless charging. There are also practical features like plenty of in-cabin storage and personalized cargo rails in the bed, smart safety and infotainment features, which make the Corolla Pickup just as practical as working, your daily commute, or a weekend road trip[2][3].
Pricing and Release
The competitive advantage of the 2026 Toyota Corolla Pickup would remain on its pricing. It is projected in the industry that the base model with the well-equipped version will have an MSRP of between 25,000 to 28,000. With more advanced levels of double-cab and TRD hybrids, the model should be sold between 32,000 and 40,000, and the final luxury models will cost 65,000 and above, particularly in Platinum version. It will be released officially in late 2025 in North America, followed by releases in other countries such as Australia and the UK.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Does the 2026 Corolla Pickup come in a hybrid?
Yes, there are even high-performance hybrid variants as well as hybrid variants planned on this model.
Q2: What is the introductory price of 2026 Corolla Pickup?
In the US market, base trims will have a starting price of between $25,000 and 28,000.
Q3: What are the competitors it competes with?
The main competitors are the Ford Maverick, Hyundai Santa Cruz, and the mid-size trucks such as the Ford Ranger Raptor.
